Human technology systems approach

Page Image

Image Caption

​​

Page Content

​In-depth understanding of human activity and work practices

Coping with complexity necessitates the applying of systemic approaches and
shared methods that are based on the understanding of the interdependencies
between technologies and social practices. We offer research on human activity
that focuses on evaluating efficiency and safety of human-system collaboration,
understanding the role of tools in work, integrating human factors and systems
engineering, and developing systematic design processes by applying appropriate
ethnographic or/and experimental methods. The focus of interest is in work
processes, learning in work, knowledge sharing, considering knowledge as a
shared asset and the life-cycle management.

Modelling to make complex systems intelligible​

We offer concept design and conceptual modelling for representing findings
and generalising results of the human activity studies; for ideating and
designing of new products and services and for visualising the system operation
concepts and dynamics. Human-driven innovation and design is supported by
effective use of virtual prototyping. Virtual environments and model-based
design are effective instruments for early system evaluations, reproduction of
work processes and co-design environments. In concept design and modelling we
employ participatory approach for empowering users to influence their future
work, work tools and environments. With co-design we can also utilise the
innovation potential of other stakeholders.

Innovative leap to the future​

To succeed and grow in the competitive markets of today, companies need to
create fresh business opportunities. One way to create these opportunities is to
develop future-oriented and innovative product concepts, and visualise them in
engaging ways for customers, media, and other stakeholders. This can be done
with VTT’s new future-orientated Innoleap concept design approach, which bases
on trend and user studies, consumer understanding, work analysis, co-innovation,
and reflective approaches including design- and foresight methods. We aim to
understand future living and working contexts with the emphasis on human factors
and the impact of the emerging technologies on human experience.